The sun may dim but the fun doesn’t! As night falls, life begins in many quarters of Singapore. Whether you’re a party animal, a 24-hour foodie or just a night owl craving adventure around the clock, there are many sizzling surprises to keep your senses satiated till the wee hours of the morning. In fact, Singapore has the added advantage of being one of the safest countries in the world for you to hit the streets at night.

You don’t have to be a hard-partying hedonist to appreciate the colourful and exciting nightlife in Singapore. Sleep will never be further from your mind as you check out the ultra-chic bars, classy jazz lounges, or move to the groove at hip dance clubs. In line with efforts to improve the nightlife experience for all, there are smoking restrictions on entertainment outlets. Smoking is no longer allowed in all pubs, discos, karaoke bars and nightspots, unless within approved smoking rooms or smoking corners.

The food paradise too does not slumber – 24-hour coffee houses dot the island to satisfy the rumblings of the stomach with a range of local fare that boggles the mind. Teochew porridge, caramel bean curd, or just coffee and cake – you name it, we have it!

Even shoppers have no respite! Singapore is one of the few countries where late night shopping is not an exception. And if you’re bitten by the shopping bug in the wee hours of the morning, there’s always Mustafa Centre – Singapore’s only 24-hour shopping mall.

In Singapore, there are no limits to having a great time!

Nightspots

Singapore after dark is a city of contrasts - sizzling hot and relaxingly chilled out. Sundown is one of the most captivating and seductive times of this busy nation.

Enjoy a nice cold beer along the waterfront promenades of the Singapore River or sip a cocktail in the midst of historic buildings in the Civic District. Give in to the beckoning of Happy Hour, and enjoy great down-tempo music and live bands while you watch the world go by in the heart of bustling Orchard Road or the bohemian enclave that is Holland Village. Feel the sea breeze in your hair as you lounge by the beachside bars in Sentosa. Savour great wine with good company in the lush setting of Tanglin Village, or head on down to some of the world’s hippest clubs and bars, and gyrate to the sounds of street-cool hip-hop, soulful R&B, energetic dance music and pulsating techno beats.

In the past, the Singapore River was the focal point of trade, with goods-laden boats plying the river, and warehouses on the river banks bustling with activity. With the arterial waterway now coursing through Singapore’s Central Business District, the presence of an eclectic mix of hip nightspots and laid-back bars in the area can only add to the vibrancy of this 24-hour entertainment precinct. Spread over four quays - Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Empress Place and Robertson Quay, these nightspots add to the characteristic feel of each precinct and cater to a variety of preferences, allowing you to tailor your experience to your own desires.

Escape the fast-paced city life and party the night away off the mainland at nearby Sentosa – a haven for beach revellers who crave the balmy sea breeze and outdoor space afforded by beach bars. Lounge under the stars at Café del Mar as you listen to catchy music beats, or mingle and chill with the trendy crowd at Km8.

Another new addition to the night scene, St James Power Station is not to be missed. From chill-out jazz and soulful canto-pop to pumping dance beats, energetic hip-hop and fiery salsa, the mega multi-club complex with 9 different entertainment outlets at Harbourfront is indeed a club-hopper’s dream. Offering a bird’s eye view of the city, The Jewel Box on Mount Faber is a favourite for visitors seeking tranquility and privacy.

Civic District

The Civic District – encompassing City Hall and CHIJMES - retains its historical charm from Singapore’s colonial past despite the towering presence of modern skyscrapers. For those who want a top-of-the-world experience, City Space and New Asia Bar allows for a view from the top, more than 70 floors above the bustling roads beneath. Le Baroque and Insomnia at CHIJMES – a national heritage site with restaurants, pubs and clubs– or Muse Bar and Novus at the newly refurbished National Museum of Singapore also provide classy alternatives for city revellers to wind down in style.

Holland Village/Tanglin Village/Rochester Park

Nestled in the middle of a residential area away from the city centre and dubbed a ‘bohemian enclave’, Holland Village is the perfect place to soak in the relaxed ambience after dark. A casual fuss-free hangout which is still hip-chic, it is no wonder that residents and visitors alike are known to pack the pubs and bars every night of the week. Stake out a spot at Wala Wala, which delivers a potent mix of food, drinks and live entertainment.

Rochester Park and Tanglin Village both offer a multitude of bars and dining outlets for drinks and entertainment. These gems are located in tranquil surroundings and lush greenery and are definitely worthwhile places to visit.

If you’re up for plush settings, gastronomic offerings and smooth jazz, One Rochester is a place to go. For outdoor relaxation with a view of the gardens, Mint Lounge Bar @ Graze will help you relax after a stressful day.

Tanglin Village’s Hacienda, Wine Network and Oosh also offers chic dining and lifestyle choices in an idyllic and luxuriant setting.

Night Shopping

Singapore is not called a shopping paradise for nothing! At almost any time of day (or night), you can find shoppers scouting around for the best deals. If you’re game, shopping in the ethnic quarters like Chinatown and Little India is an eye-opening and unique experience, with colourful sights and sounds almost to overwhelm the senses!

Late Night Delights
Great late night shopping, dining and entertainment experiences will you keep you awake every Saturday along Orchard Road. Participating malls will be open to indulge your shopping, eating and entertainment needs till 11pm every Saturday.

24-hour Shopping Mall
Little India also boasts Singapore's only 24-hour shopping mall - Mustafa Centre - a 24-hour emporium-cum-department-store-cum Aladdin's cave. Established since 1973, you’ll find every conceivable item here at some of the lowest fixed prices in Singapore.

Take a stroll along the Chinatown Night Market for a unique night market shopping experience! Delight yourself with an array of traditional and modern merchandise ranging from street opera masks to handmade ornaments, traditional clothing to unique fashion accessories, you will be spoilt for choice with the eclectic mix of merchandise on offer.

Immerse yourself in the old world charm of these Chinatown shophouses as you browse the selections at every stall. For those looking back to kick back and relax, there are also traditional and modern dance performances to entertain you in the evenings.

Don’t forget to check out the wide variety of local finger food stalls at Trengganu Street too!

Mustafa Centre

Mustafa is the best shopping mart in Singapore. Our shopping complex open 24 hours. Mustafa offers many services Foreign Exchange, VISA Processing, Travels Booking, Gold Mart and all kinds of shopping item available under one roof.

Fun Vee Night Hopper
The Double Decker Open Top will take you through Orchard Road, Civic District, Colonial District, Marina Area, Esplanade, Padang, Chinatown and Riverside. On this hop-on hop-off bus, you can alight and re-board as often as you wish. So why not hop off at Lau Pa Sat/Clarke Quay/Chinatown for a meal (price of meal not included in ticket) or alight for a Bum Boat ride at Clarke Quay and re-board the bus.

HIPPO tours
Catch the sights of Singapore on board the uniquely open-top HIPPOtours. The open top double-decker bus guarantees a bird's eye view of the city's top attractions. Without a roof over your head, you’ll get a 360°, uninterrupted panoramic view of the city showcasing the best of Singapore with 22 strategic stops.

River Cruise Tours
Fall in love with century-old godowns and shophouses restored to their original grandeur and rejuvenated into some of the most enchanting river cruises.

Traditional Bumboat Rides
Revisit the waterway that was the birthplace of modern-day Singapore on a traditional bumboat or stylish Glass-Top boat. Each scenic ride takes you along the Singapore River, giving you great views of antiquated godowns and old shophouses along the way. Contact Singapore River Cruises & Leisure Pte Ltd and Singapore Explorer Pte Ltd

G-Max Reverse Bungy
This is not for the faint hearted. The G-Max Reverse Bungy gives an addictive adrenaline rush that will have you coming back for seconds. Be prepared to experience G-forces similar to those felt by astronauts in a rocket launch, but in the safety of the latest G-Max technology.

Sentosa Luge & Skyride
Part go-cart, part-toboggan, pure excitement: the Luge is a fun-filled gravity ride for all ages! Also feel the 360-degree view of Singapore from Skyride. So hurry down to Sentosa Luge & Skyride and brace for a brand new island resort adventure at Siloso Beach Walk. Once is never enough!

Ski 360°
Get your adrenalin rush at Ski 360°, Singapore’s first cable ski park. Gear up with the equipment provided and let a motor cable system pull you around a lagoon at speeds of 58kmh.

Sentosa 4D Magix
Ahoy! Sentosa 4D Magix presents to you the interactive experience with 4-dimensional digital effects. Watch the Pirates embark on their quest for treasures. Feel, shake and laugh out loud!

Singapore Night Safari
At the Night Safari, you can look a rhinoceros in the eye, hear the howls of a pack of striped hyenas or watch giraffes glide serenely across the plain in the still of the night. This premier night zoo houses over 900 animals of 135 exotic species in eight zones re-created to simulate geographic zones like the Southeast Asian rainforest, African savanna and others

Asian Civilisations Museum
Spread over three levels, a series of thematic galleries give insights into the cultural heritage of India, China, Southeast Asia and the Islamic World. State-of-the-art display and interactive technologies with educational elements are carefully integrated into the galleries, along with a centre specially dedicated to younger visitors.

National Museum of Singapore
At 119 years old, the National Museum of Singapore is Singapore's biggest and oldest museum with the youngest and most innovative soul. Designed to be the people's museum, the Museum prides itself on introducing cutting edge and varied ways of presenting history to redefine conventional museum experience.

Red Dot Museum
The red dot design museum in Singapore is the physical embodiment of the red dot design awards, an exclusive exhibition venue for red dot design award winners. It is here that products and brands communicate their design excellence and differentiate themselves from the mediocre. It also provides important orientation to businesses, design professionals consumers on what or who has the best design.

Singapore Art Museum
Housed in a restored 19th century mission school, the Singapore art Museum (SAM) owns the largest public collection of over 7,500 20th century Singapore and Southeast Asian artworks in the world.

Royal Selangor Pewter Museum
Pewter, an alloy combining tin, copper and antimony, is a speciality of Southeast Asia – commonly made into decorative and functional objects, with a fine attention to detail. At the Royal Selangor Pewter Museum, you will be treated to a private collection of 75 items ranging from tobacco boxes, oil lamps and intricate Chinese lanterns with lotus motifs to century-old pewter-making tools. The museum also features daily demonstrations of traditional pewter processes

Eating, arguably one of Singaporeans' favourite past-times. And on our bustling island, there are no time limits to this hobby. Tuck in at one of the many 24-hour eating places, serving a gastronomical buffet of local and continental favourites! Many of the restaurants in Singapore open way past midnight too!

Hawker Centres

Lau Pa Sat Festival Market
18 Raffles Quay

How to Get There
By MRT : Raffles Place (EW14/NS26)
By Bus : 10, 70, 75, 82, 97, 100, 107, 130, 131, 131A, 162, 167, 186, 196, 507, 605, 608, 700, 970

Newton Food Centre
Along Clemenceau Ave North

How to Get There
By MRT : Newton (NS21)
By Bus : 54, 66, 67, 124, 143, 162, 162X, 167, 170, 171, 518, 700, 700A, 960

Geylang Serai Market
Beside Blk 1,3,4,5 Jalan Pasar Bahru

How to Get There
By MRT : Paya Lebar (EW8)
By Bus : 2, 7, 13, 21, 24, 26, 28, 30, 40, 51, 60, 60X, 61, 63, 67, 70, 70X, 76, 93, 94, 135, 154, 155, 197, 853C

Glutton’s Bay
#01-15 Esplanade Mall, Open 6pm to 3am daily.

How to Get There
MRT : City Hall (EW13/NS25)
Bus : 36, 56, 75, 77, 97, 106, 111, 133, 162, 171, 174M, 195, 700A, 857, 960, 961, NR1, NR2, NR6, NR7, NR8

East Coast Lagoon Food Village
1220 East Coast Parkway

Tanglin Village/Dempsey Hill

Boat Quay

Orchard/CityHall

Holland Village

Rochester